As the country mourns the loss of Renee Nicole Good, a 37-year-old mother of three who was gunned down by ICE agents in Minneapolis just five and a half years after George Floyd's brutal murder at the hands of police, it is essential to recognize that these two incidents are part of a broader pattern of violence perpetrated by those entrusted with upholding the law.
The actions of the ICE agents on the day of Good's killing – shouting expletive-laden commands, rushing towards her vehicle, and ultimately opening fire – were a stark reminder that even in the face of public outrage and calls for reform, some individuals still refuse to follow established protocols or guidelines. In this case, it appears that the agent who pulled the trigger did so without any justification, simply because Good was refusing to comply with ICE's demands.
This is not an isolated incident; since 2020, there have been at least nine ICE shootings in which civilians have been killed, with many more incidents of violence and intimidation. The Trump administration's "tough on crime" stance seems to be behind this surge in lethal force, as echoed by Deputy White House Chief of Staff Stephen Miller's vision for a world "governed by strength, governed by force, governed by power."
It is crucial that we reject this notion of governance and instead demand accountability from those who wield the state's power. As Justice Byron White aptly put it in Tennessee v Garner (1985), "The intrusiveness of a seizure by means of deadly force is unmatched." The use of lethal force should only be employed when there is an objective, reasonable belief that the individual poses a significant threat to life or others.
Good's death serves as a stark reminder of the need for greater training and de-escalation techniques in law enforcement and immigration agencies. We must not accept that ICE agents are above the law or that they can act with impunity. Rather, we should be calling for more rigorous standards, higher levels of accountability, and an unwavering commitment to protecting human life.
It is also essential that we draw a clear distinction between those who would advocate for strength and power as a means of governance and those who believe in the inherent value of empathy, de-escalation, and human rights. America needs leaders who prioritize justice over coercion, compassion over force, and the protection of human life above all else.
As we mourn Renee Nicole Good's loss and strive to prevent such tragedies in the future, let us remember that she was a devoted mother, writer, poet, wife, and Christian who refused to be silenced or intimidated by those in power. Her bravery in the face of overwhelming odds serves as a powerful reminder of what it means to stand up for oneself and others when faced with oppression.
The actions of the ICE agents on the day of Good's killing – shouting expletive-laden commands, rushing towards her vehicle, and ultimately opening fire – were a stark reminder that even in the face of public outrage and calls for reform, some individuals still refuse to follow established protocols or guidelines. In this case, it appears that the agent who pulled the trigger did so without any justification, simply because Good was refusing to comply with ICE's demands.
This is not an isolated incident; since 2020, there have been at least nine ICE shootings in which civilians have been killed, with many more incidents of violence and intimidation. The Trump administration's "tough on crime" stance seems to be behind this surge in lethal force, as echoed by Deputy White House Chief of Staff Stephen Miller's vision for a world "governed by strength, governed by force, governed by power."
It is crucial that we reject this notion of governance and instead demand accountability from those who wield the state's power. As Justice Byron White aptly put it in Tennessee v Garner (1985), "The intrusiveness of a seizure by means of deadly force is unmatched." The use of lethal force should only be employed when there is an objective, reasonable belief that the individual poses a significant threat to life or others.
Good's death serves as a stark reminder of the need for greater training and de-escalation techniques in law enforcement and immigration agencies. We must not accept that ICE agents are above the law or that they can act with impunity. Rather, we should be calling for more rigorous standards, higher levels of accountability, and an unwavering commitment to protecting human life.
It is also essential that we draw a clear distinction between those who would advocate for strength and power as a means of governance and those who believe in the inherent value of empathy, de-escalation, and human rights. America needs leaders who prioritize justice over coercion, compassion over force, and the protection of human life above all else.
As we mourn Renee Nicole Good's loss and strive to prevent such tragedies in the future, let us remember that she was a devoted mother, writer, poet, wife, and Christian who refused to be silenced or intimidated by those in power. Her bravery in the face of overwhelming odds serves as a powerful reminder of what it means to stand up for oneself and others when faced with oppression.
The latest news about Renee Nicole Good's tragic death is just heartbreaking 
. It's sickening to think that ICE agents were shouting at her, refusing to follow protocols, and ended up shooting her 
. I mean, what kind of training do these agents get if they can't even de-escalate a situation without resorting to violence? 
. And that Trump administration "tough on crime" stance was basically begging for this kind of thing 
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. We should be teaching these agents about de-escalation techniques, not just how to use guns 
. And what's with the whole "governed by strength" vibe? Can't we just try to resolve conflicts peacefully instead of resorting to violence? 
. We need to keep her memory alive and fight for justice 
.
just thinking about Renee Nicole Good's story is giving me chills, can't believe she was gunned down by ICE agents like that... five years after George Floyd's murder 
it's so sad that these kind of incidents are still happening in our country and the lack of accountability from law enforcement is just insane 
anyway, I think we need to demand more training for ICE agents on de-escalation techniques and how to handle situations without resorting to violence 
maybe if they had done that, Renee's life would be different today 
, like 9 people killed since 2020? That's crazy! It's all about training and de-escalation techniques, you know? We need cops and immigration agents to learn how to handle situations without resorting to violence. It's not about being tough or strong, it's about keeping everyone safe 
. I'm so sad for Renee Nicole Good and her family, she was just a mom trying to live her life. We need to hold our leaders accountable for this kind of thing and make sure they're prioritizing human rights over power struggles 
, one that prioritizes people over profits 
. We should be focusing on finding solutions that keep families together and provide a safe pathway for those seeking a better life 
. It's time to #BreakTheSilence and demand change 
! We can't just sit back and accept that our leaders are more concerned with power than people 
. Let's honor Renee's memory by fighting for a better future where everyone is treated with dignity and respect 
#JusticeForRenee #ImmigrationReformNow
all these shootings r just ridiculous, who gives them the power 2 take someone's life like that? 
it aint right, we gotta make sure they're held accountable 4 their actions 
It's not like she was trying to escape or anything. And nine more people are dead because of this "tough on crime" nonsense 
This is just not right. We need empathy, compassion, and understanding in law enforcement, not just some "be tough" attitude 
Oh man, this is just heartbreaking 
. We need people who care about human life, empathy, and compassion 
. It's crazy that there have been at least 9 ICE shootings since 2020